Two-Day Itinerary for Munich

  • Day 1: Marienplatz
    20 minutes (2 miles) from Munich Central Station

    Marienplatz, located in central Munich, is the city's most famous square. It's dominated by the ornate New Town Hall, which features a Glockenspiel that chimes and re-enacts stories from the 16th century. Visitors can watch the show from the square below.

  • Day 1: Viktualienmarkt
    10 minutes (0.5 miles) walk from Marienplatz

    Viktualienmarkt is a large, outdoor market selling fresh produce, seafood, flowers, and traditional Bavarian food. It's a great place to grab a quick lunch or snack while exploring Munich.

  • Day 1: Hofbräuhaus München
    15 minutes (0.7 miles) walk from Viktualienmarkt

    Hofbräuhaus München is a historic beer hall in Munich, Germany, originally built in 1589 by Bavarian Duke Maximilian I as an extension to the Staatliches Hofbräuhaus in München brewery. It's a great place to experience traditional Bavarian food, music, and beer.

  • Day 2: Nymphenburg Palace
    25 minutes (3 miles) from Munich Central Station

    Nymphenburg Palace is a Baroque palace located near Munich. The palace was the summer residence of the former rulers of Bavaria, and is surrounded by beautiful gardens and fountains.

  • Day 2: Deutsches Museum
    25 minutes (3 miles) from Nymphenburg Palace

    The Deutsches Museum is the world’s largest museum of science and technology, containing over 100,000 objects from 50 fields of science and technology. Its exhibits include old airplanes, mining machines, and even musical instruments.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Marienplatz (1-2 hours, free)
  • Viktualienmarkt (1-2 hours, free)
  • Hofbräuhaus München (2-3 hours, $)
  • Nymphenburg Palace (2-3 hours, $$)
  • Deutsches Museum (3-4 hours, $$)

  • Total Estimated Costs: $$$

Transportation

Travelers can easily get around Munich by public transportation, including the U-Bahn (subway), S-Bahn (commuter rail), and bus systems. A single ticket costs €2.90 and is valid for a single trip on any of these modes of transportation. Visitors can also purchase a 24-hour ticket for €7.90, a 3-day ticket for €20.90, or a weekly ticket for €35.90. Taxis are also available, but are more expensive than public transportation.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider taking a day trip from Munich to Neuschwanstein Castle, which inspired the design of the Disney Castle. Alternatively, if you have less time, you can skip the Deutsches Museum and spend more time exploring the city center.

Airports

Munich Airport (MUC) is the international airport serving Munich. It is located about 28 kilometers northeast of Munich city center and can be reached via public transportation or taxi.

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